Memorial event to honor Phillip Wagner

Name: Memorial event to honor Phillip Wagner
Start: 2026-07-24
End: 2026-07-24
Location: Lorain

A public memorial ceremony will be held at the Lorain Police Memorial to honor the life and service of Officer Phillip Wagner. The event brings together family, law enforcement, and the local community to celebrate his legacy and impact.

Date: Jul 24, 2026
Location: Lorain

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Highlights

Public memorial service at the Lorain Police Memorial
Participation by veteran organizations and honor guards
Scheduled road closures on West Erie Avenue and Broadway Avenue

The family of Officer Phillip Wagner and the Lorain Police Department invite the public to a memorial service on July 24, 2026. Scheduled for 3 p.m. at the Lorain Police Memorial, the gathering serves as a remembrance of Wagner’s life and dedicated service. Expected participants include local veteran organizations, service groups, honor guards, and community members.

Several road closures will be in effect from noon until approximately 4 p.m. to accommodate the ceremony. Impacted routes include West Erie Avenue between the Bascule Bridge and Washington Avenue, and Broadway Avenue between West Erie and West Fourth Street. Public parking is available on Chief Rivera Way near Lorain City Hall.

Officer Wagner joined the Lorain Police Department in February 2022 and was tragically killed in the line of duty during an ambush in July 2025. This formal memorial provides a space for the community to recognize his service and the sacrifice made by him and his colleagues.

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Location described by the source: Lorain Police Memorial; www.morningjournal.com
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